And so far, just 51% of the damage has been assessed following the heavy rains and floods, reports agraria.pe with reference to Indeci's national emergency centre. read more

According to the annual special question on organic conversion interest as part of the German Farmers' Association (DBV) business barometer, around 11 % of German farmers were open to organic conversion in December 2022. 9.9 % were interested in conversion and 1.2 % said they were interested in organic farming.
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A shortage of imports due to weather conditions and limited harvest volumes at the start of the season for German early vegetables supported prices at the time of Easter, when demand was high. However, the tide turned in mid-April. Can the stable prices still be maintained? read more

The Natural Fruit Company (TNFC), an agribusiness specialising in the production and marketing of citrus, melons and watermelons, continues its commitment to sustainable actions that implement the goals set out in its social responsibility strategy. read more

"Asparagus and spring simply belong together - and with rising temperatures around Easter, the vegetable grows and so does the desire for the first fresh, German asparagus," says Joachim Rukwied, President of the German Farmers' Association (DBV). read more

Compared to the previous year, 415,315 t were exported. This is an increase of 17 %. The most important target markets include China, the USA and South Korea. The targets for promotional activities in these markets have been exceeded, freshfruitportal reports. read more

Freskon says it is set to become a magnet for international interest in the fresh fruit and vegetable sector, with a growing number of exhibitors from 15 countries (Greece, Uganda, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Egypt, Cyprus, Moldova, Poland,
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Since 2017, the climate protection offensive of the German Retail Association (HDE) has been helping to achieve the national climate protection targets. As an information and networking platform, it helps small and medium-sized retail businesses in particular to save energy and to
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There is intensive discussion in politics and society about how to sensitise children and young people to a balanced diet and more food appreciation. The Edeka Foundation has been proving for 15 years how such things work in practice. Since 2008 it has been
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The mileage of trucks with at least four axles on federal motorways that are subject to tolls fell by 2.6% in March 2023 compared to February 2023, adjusted for calendar and seasonal effects. read more

The largest share of the workforce in the food sector is made up of employees in the hospitality industry (1,856,000), most businesses are in the agricultural sector (258,700) and the highest turnover was achieved by food wholesalers (253 billion euros) - this is shown by
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According to information from the Green Media House (GMH), asparagus growers are repeatedly criticised for the use of film on their fields. They often argue with false claims and half-truths. read more

Six months before the next Fruit Attraction, more than 90 % of last year's exhibitors have already confirmed their participation again, according to the fair. In the 15th Fruit Attraction, which will take place in Madrid from 3 - 5 October, the organisation expects to surpass its numbers
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In 2023, the Andean country began exporting pitahaya, following trial exports in 2022. The deliveries are still very manageable in terms of volume, but the industry has high expectations, according to agraria.pe. read more

Apples of the Cameo variety are now available at Kaufland packaged in silphia. As the subsidiary of the Schwarz Group announced, apples and cress of the own brand K-Bio will also be offered in the new packaging in the coming weeks and months. The packaging paper based on
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At the official state launch of the school garden project "Kids to the Tuber", there was a special premiere at the Kurpfalz School in Dannstadt-Schauernheim. Before the first tubers were planted together in the raised bed of the primary school, the
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"For many people, a festive, good and substantial meal with the family is an essential part of the Easter holidays. Since people don't always eat all their leftovers during the extensive holiday meals, creative leftover cooking, for example, can be a great way to make a difference.
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The world's agricultural and food systems provide jobs for about 15% of the world's population of around 8 billion people. This is according to a study on employment in the global agri-food sector, published by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations.
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The early start of vegetation together with the recent low night temperatures have caused serious frost damage in Austrian fruit growing, according to information from the 'Agricultural Information Centre' (AIZ). According to the report, stone fruit with apricots are particularly affected,
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The company will close its branch in Zonhoven about two and a half years after opening, according to a report in the daily newspaper "De Tijd". It is the first closure of the Dutch supermarket challenger in Flanders. read more